Fiscal Note
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Celebrating Madison's Colombian community and declaring July 20, 2016 as Colombian Day in the City of Madison.
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WHEREAS, Colombians around the world commemorate and celebrate their Declaration of Independence from the Spanish monarchy; and,
WHEREAS, July 20, 2016 marks the 206th anniversary of the Colombian Declaration of Independence; and,
WHEREAS, people in City of Madison, and across the world, join Colombians in honoring those who fought to defend the freedom of their country and those who strive today for a life in peace and dignity; and,
WHEREAS, Colombians celebrate the richness of their culture, the biodiversity of their land, the resilience, passion, and happiness that characterize their people; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Madison values and cherishes the cultural diversity that Colombians bring to our community,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Common Council hereby recognizes Wednesday, July 20, 2016 as Colombian Day in the City of Madison and celebrates the Colombian community, recognizing their independence, and supporting their commemoration of freedom.